Gunmen abducted two brothers in Auchi, Edo State, demanding a ₦200 million ransom. After negotiations, the sum was reduced to ₦100 million. Police and local groups are searching the forests. #Edo #Kidnapping #Security
Governor Monday Okpebholo warns contractors in Edo South to meet deadlines or face revocation. He inspected key projects ahead of the rainy season, linking roads to national renewal. Read more.
Gunmen killed Ilabeshi Okhale and kidnapped his twin children in Afokpella, Edo. Police and security forces rescued the 16-year-olds unhurt. Read the full story.
Edo State Government has paid its civil servants a 13th-month salary, a welfare policy sustained by Governor Monday Okpebholo. Workers laud the timely payment as a major relief post-Christmas.
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo demands ₦25 billion and a public apology from PDP Chairman Anthony Aziegbemi for alleged defamatory statements. Read the full details and legal ultimatum here.
Nigerian literary icon, Prof Osonye Tess Onwueme, marks 70th birthday with a powerful plea for increased funding and value restoration in the country's education sector. Read her full statement.
A video of 2Baba and wife Natasha Osawaru's stylish arrival in Benin City has gone viral, with a young girl's praise stealing the show. Get the full story on their visit and the context behind it.
Governors Douye Diri and Monday Okpebholo have signed their states' 2026 appropriation bills into law. Bayelsa's budget is N1.016 trillion, while Edo's is N939 billion. Read more on the fiscal plans.
Governor Monday Okpebholo has enacted Edo State's N939 billion 2026 Appropriation Bill, a strategic plan for development and improved living standards. Read the details of the Budget of Hope and Growth.
Edo College Old Boys Association, Lagos Branch, names Joseph Akhigbe its Distinguished Old Boy of the Year. Read about the award ceremony and future plans for the alumni.
A petrol tanker crash and explosion on the Benin-Auchi road in Edo State has led to multiple fatalities and widespread fire damage. Get the latest details on this tragic incident.
Edo State Police rescue a mortuary attendant from a mob and arrest him for allegedly harvesting organs from a corpse at Akugbe Mortuary in Benin City. Full investigation underway.
Governor Monday Okpebholo presents a ₦939.85 billion 2026 Appropriation Bill focused on security, infrastructure, and job creation. See the full breakdown of Edo State's 'Budget of Hope and Growth'.
NDLEA operatives in Edo State arrest a 44-year-old suspect and confiscate 457kg of skunk cannabis in Uroe community. A major win in the fight against drug trafficking. Read the full details.
NDLEA operatives in Edo State arrested a 44-year-old man and seized 457kg of skunk cannabis in a major raid. The agency vows to relentlessly pursue drug cartels. Read more.
Governor Siminalayi Fubara pledges enhanced funding for RSU & schools, focusing on infrastructure & security. 13,242 students graduated. Read his full vision for education.
Education experts and CSOs in Oyo State call for enhanced transparency and citizen oversight in schools to improve learning outcomes. Key actions identified.
Governor Monday Okpebholo has removed Fred Itua as Chief Press Secretary. Akhere Patrick Ebojele takes over. Read the latest political developments in Edo State.
Zamfara State Government commits to tackling the out-of-school children crisis, focusing on nomadic education. Governor Lawal's emergency declaration shows early results. Read more.
The Emir of Lafia, Justice Sidi Bage, calls for criminalising parents who let children roam streets instead of school. Nasarawa State summit reveals deep education crisis, from teacher shortages to vandalism. Governor Sule pledges commitment to free educa
Ex-Governor Godwin Obaseki refuses to appear before the Edo Assembly panel investigating N31.8bn MOWAA and Radisson Hotel investments, citing ongoing court case. Details inside.
Chief Onyenkama Jude Ehigiator becomes the seventh President of Edo People Association in Montreal, elected unopposed on November 23, 2025. Read about his vision for the community.
Trinity International College in Ofada celebrates its 30th anniversary. Ogun State Education Commissioner urges students to strive for excellence and become change agents.
LAPO empowers Nigerian students through educational support, scholarships, and science competitions to combat poverty and improve learning standards nationwide.
Edo State Police recover body of 12-year-old boy who drowned in Ikpoba River. Authorities urge parents to monitor children during dry season to prevent similar tragedies.
Edo State Migration Agency arraigned over 40 suspects for alleged offenses including indecent dressing and unlawful activities. Watch the full story and see what happened in court.
Over 1,000 Nigerian youths in Edo State received transformative skills training and business opportunities at Jobberman Career Clinic. Learn how this initiative is shaping careers.
Edo State government announces permanent secretary appointments will now be strictly merit-based, ending era of non-career appointments. Deputy Governor Idahosa reveals new policy at expanded breakfast meeting.
Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf delivers on his promise, presenting appointment letters to 400 new mathematics teachers to address subject gaps and improve student performance.
NDLEA operatives intercept two Sienna buses carrying 1,455kg of cannabis in Edo State. Traffickers abandoned vehicles and fled. Commander issues stern warning to drug cartels.